No sway swing guide

ABSTRACT

The embodiments disclose a method including using a device to guide a golfer to an understanding of a concept and functioning of a proper swing, wherein the device allows a golfer to swing without swaying on their backswing, and wherein the device prevents the golfer from reverse pivoting on their downswing.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is based on U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser.No. 61/786,566 filed Mar. 15, 2013, entitled “NO SWAY SWING GUIDE”, byFirst Named Inventor Victor De Los Santos.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows a block diagram of an overview of a no sway swing guide ofone embodiment.

FIG. 2 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of the swingguide three ways of adjustments of one embodiment.

FIG. 3 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a no swayswing guide being easily positioned of one embodiment.

FIG. 4 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a no swayswing guide being collapsible of one embodiment.

FIG. 5 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of no sway swingmotion of one embodiment.

FIG. 6 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of no sway swingguide components of one embodiment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

In a following description, reference is made to the accompanyingdrawings, which form a part hereof, and in which is shown by way ofillustration a specific example in which the invention may be practiced.It is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized andstructural changes may be made without departing from the scope of thepresent invention.

General Overview:

It should be noted that the descriptions that follow, for example, interms of a no sway swing guide is described for illustrative purposesand the underlying system can apply to any number and multiple typestraining devices. In one embodiment, the no sway swing guide can beconfigured using an adjustable height hip-support bar. The no sway swingguide can be configured to include an angle adjuster and can beconfigured to include an adjustable and removable pivot bar using theembodiments.

FIG. 1 shows a block diagram of an overview of a no sway swing guide ofone embodiment. FIG. 1 shows a rotating alignment tool 100 usedinstructing a golfer and wherein the rotating alignment tool 100 is aswing guide. The swing guide has a unique design 110 to allow a golferto swing without swaying on their backswing 120 and prevents the golferfrom reverse pivoting on their downswing 130. The device will guide thegolfer to a better understanding of the concept and functioning of aproper swing, with no sway and the correct spine angle 140. The swingguide works for 150 all ages, sizes, left-or-right handed golfers 160and all types of swings, including putting 170 of one embodiment.

Detailed Description:

FIG. 2 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of the swingguide adjusting three ways of one embodiment. FIG. 2 shows the swingguide adjusts three ways 200. In one embodiment the swing guide adjustsby angle—the adjustable hip-support bar also has an angle adjusterattached at the platform to move the bar forward and upright for more orless of an upright stance 210 The platform rests on floor or ground 220.In one embodiment the swing guide adjusts by height—the adjustablehip-support bar extends upwards and downwards to adjust for height 230.Shown is an adjustable hip-support bar 240. In one embodiment the swingguide adjusts by pivot—by adjusting or removing the pivot bar underneaththe platform, the golfer can adjust his/her pivot 250. Shown is arotating alignment tool 260 used to align the pivot bar.

A No Sway Swing Guide Being Easily Positioned:

FIG. 3 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a no swayswing guide being easily positioned of one embodiment. FIG. 3 shows inone embodiment a no sway swing guide being easily positioned on raisedfeet on the bottom 300. The light weight allows a golfer to manipulate ano sway swing guide to be easily positioned 310 of one embodiment.

A No Sway Swing Guide Being Collapsible:

FIG. 4 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a no swayswing guide being collapsible of one embodiment. FIG. 4 shows in oneembodiment a no sway swing guide being collapsible. The no sway swingguide is lightweight/portable 400 and collapsible 410 for easy storage.

No Sway Swing Motion:

FIG. 5 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of no sway swingmotion of one embodiment. FIG. 5 shows in one embodiment no sway swingmotion where the golfer addressing an imaginary ball while resting thehip on the cushioned hip/leg rest 500. Performing the backswing wherethe no sway swing guide prevents the hip and or leg from swaying fromthe stance 510. Transitioning from the backswing to driving the ball thehip/leg stay in position without swaying 520. Completing the swing withthe hip/leg still in the stance position to maintain the alignment ofthe swing without swaying and changing the intend path of the club head530.

No Sway Swing Guide Components:

FIG. 6 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of no sway swingguide components of one embodiment. FIG. 6 shows in one embodiment nosway swing guide components including a hinge allowing the adjustablehip-support bar to forwards and upright 600, a pivot bar 610, non-skidpadding 620, cushioned hip/leg rest 630, lock and release button 640,adjustable hip-support bar 650, and a skid-resistant foot rest platform660. in one embodiment the no sway swing guide includes a back supportbar 670. Also shown for the physical position is the rotating alignmenttool 260.

The “No Sway” Swing Guide is a device designed to help golfers maintainproper balance and alignment during their golf allows the golfer swing.The swing guide has a unique design that to “swing without swaying” ontheir backswing and prevents the golfer from reverse pivoting on theirdownswing. The device will guide the golfer to a better understandingall types of swings, including putting of the concept and functioning ofa proper swing, with no sway and the correct spine angle.

The swing guide works for all ages, sizes, left-or-right handed golfers,and. The swing guide adjusts three ways:

By height—the adjustable hip-support bar extends upwards and downwardsto adjust for height

By angle—the adjustable hip-support bar also has an angle adjusterattached at the platform to move the bar forward and upright for more orless of an upright stance

By pivot—by adjusting or removing the pivot bar underneath the platform,the golfer can adjust his/her pivot

Useful Properties of the Components: Foot Rest Platform:

The skid-resistant rectangular platform base is supported by the pivotbar with no-skid padding underneath. The pivot bar runs underneath theplatform is adjustable and removable, it creates the downward angle inthe platform that is demonstrated when the device is in theupright-position.

When the device is in the upright-position, the user should stand on thenon-skid platform with the rear foot. The pivot bar underneath theplatform, lifts the base creating a downward angle where the rear footshould be placed. The tilt in the platform created from the pivot barallows the golfer's body to naturally distribute weight in his/herstance properly. While the golfer is maintaining a proper stance withhips and knees in position, his/her posture is overall improved.

Rotating Alignment Tool:

Attached to the side of the platform, the rotating alignment tool deviceaids the golfer in maintaining the proper foot alignment during theapproach of the ball in order for more accurate shots and preventingerratic ball striking. The golfer rotates the tool away from theplatform in front of his/her feet and uses the tool to further align thebody and the feet, with the ball and the hole.

Adjustable Hip-Support Bar & Cushion Rest:

The adjustable hip-support bar can be raised or lowered to your heightand comfort. It's as easy as adjusting the pull bar handle on asuitcase. It is meant to rest on the upper-most part of the golfer's legin order to prevent the golfer from doing a reverse pivot on thedownswing.

The bar is also cushioned at the top for the golfer's comfort. On thetop of the cushion is a lock and release button to adjust the height andangle of the adjustable hip-support bar.

Pivot Bar—“Platform Lift”:

The pivot bar is the rectangular block underneath the platform raisesthe one side of the platform just enough to create a slight tilt in thebase. The angle that is created helps to keep the foot at an angle,which applies the appropriate amount of weight on the insteps of thefoot. The pivot bar is adjustable and removable depending on thesensitivity and weight of the golfer.

Back-Support Bar:

This is an optional component to the “No Sway” Swing Guide. It can beattached at either side of the cushion rest of the adjustablehip-support bar. This component aids the golfer by keeping his/her hipsin place and continuing proper height and stance in the golfer'sapproach.

The Ideal Golf Swing:

Traits of an Ideal Golf Swing that the “No Sway” Swing Guide Aids:

Trait How to achieve it? How does the “No Sway” swing guide help?

Aiming Aligning the feet, in a manner that allows the club face to aimand strike the ball directly towards the target. The rotating alignmenttool pointed at the target aids the golfer in the correct approach tothe ball to shot directly at the target.

Alignment The feet of a golfer should create a linear path pointingdirectly at the target, thus allowing the clubface to strike the ballalong the same linear path. The rotating alignment tool allows thegolfer to properly align and maintain his/her feet for the appropriateclubface and aim.

Balance Weight should be balanced equally over the insteps of both feet,not toward the heels or the toes. The rectangular block lift on theraised platform keeps the right amount of weight on the inside of thefeet.

Hip Position At the approach the hips should be aligned linear towardsthe target, when initiating the backswing the face of the hips shouldturn out towards the rear, stop, and then forward toward the target.From the initial position the golfer's hips are kept in the correctposition by the adjustable hip-support bar, ensuring the golfer ofhis/her stance. The optional back support bar prevents from turning hipsaround too far and ensure the golfer of his/her posture.

Knee Adjustment Slightly flexed, aligned directly under the hips in thesame linear fashion. With the correct position of the hips maintained bythe adjustable hip-support bar, the golfer's knees are consistent withthe hips further ensuring the golfer's stance.

Spine Angle Creating a 30° angle from an imaginary, straight, verticalline from the back of the golfer's shoe to the head and the imaginarystraight line made by the golfer's spine. This 30° angle should bemaintained through the swing. The adjustable hip-support bar with theoptional back support bar aid the golfer by maintaining his properposture and stance throughout the swing. These two components help tomaintain the 30° spine angle throughout the swing, from backswing todownswing.

Definitions:

According to the PGA of America's Golf Glossary:

Backswing: The motion that involves the club and every element of thebody in taking the club away from the ball and setting it in position atthe top of the backswing from which the club can be delivered to theball at impact.

Downswing: The swing forward from the top of the backswing.

Pivot: The rotation of the body around a relatively fixed point, usuallythe spine.

Reverse Pivot: That spine-wrenching position at the top of your swing inwhich your head tilts toward the target (usually because it's locked onthe ball), your right hip juts out away from the target, and most ofyour weight is on your left side. (Courtesy of Golf.com)

Reverse Weight Shift: A swing flaw in which the weight moves forward onthe backswing instead of to the back leg.

Swaying: An exaggerated lateral movement of the body on either thebackswing, forward swing, or both, which results in inconsistentshotmaking.

The foregoing has described the principles, embodiments and modes ofoperation of the present invention. However, the invention should not beconstrued as being limited to the particular embodiments discussed. Theabove described embodiments should be regarded as illustrative ratherthan restrictive, and it should be appreciated that variations may bemade in those embodiments by workers skilled in the art withoutdeparting from the scope of the present invention as defined by thefollowing claims.

What is claimed is:
 1. A method, comprising: using a device to guide agolfer to an understanding of a concept and functioning of a properswing; wherein the device allows a golfer to swing without swaying ontheir backswing; and wherein the device prevents the golfer from reversepivoting on their downswing.
 2. The method of claim 1, wherein thedevice will guide a golfer to a proper swing with no sway.
 3. The methodof claim 1, wherein the device will guide a golfer to a proper swingwith a correct spine angle.
 4. The method of claim 1, wherein the deviceis usable by golfers of all ages and sizes.
 5. The method of claim 1,wherein the device is usable by left-or-right handed golfers.
 6. Themethod of claim 1, wherein the device is usable for all types of swings,including putting.
 7. The method of claim 1, wherein the device isusable by a golfer addressing an imaginary ball while resting the hip ona cushioned hip/leg rest.
 8. The method of claim 1, wherein the deviceis usable while performing a backswing to prevent the hip and or legfrom swaying from a stance.
 9. The method of claim 1, wherein the deviceis usable while transitioning from a backswing to driving the ball wherea hip/leg stay in position without swaying.
 10. The method of claim 1,wherein the device is usable while completing a swing with a hip/legstill in a stance position to maintain an alignment of the swing withoutswaying and changing an intended path of a club head.
 11. An apparatus,comprising: a platform configured for installing a device to guide agolfer to make a proper swing; a hip/leg rest configured for preventinga golfer from swaying in a backswing during a guided proper swing; and apivot bar configured to maintain a stable golf stance during a guidedproper swing.
 12. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising aplatform configured to include a non-skid base.
 13. The apparatus ofclaim 11, further comprising a hip/leg rest configured to include apadding, an adjustable hip-support bar and a lock and release button.14. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising a platform configuredto include a skid-resistant foot rest platform.
 15. The apparatus ofclaim 11, further comprising a pivot bar configured to include a hingeallowing an adjustable hip-support bar to move forwards and upright andinclude a rotating alignment tool to align the pivot bar.
 16. Anapparatus, comprising: a golf swing guide that includes three ways ofadjustments; at least one device to make adjustments by angle; at leastone device to make adjustments by height; and at least one device tomake adjustments by pivot.
 17. The apparatus of claim 16, furthercomprising a golf swing guide configured to include a platform thatrests on floor or ground.
 18. The apparatus of claim 16, furthercomprising at least one device to make adjustments by angle configuredfor adjusting a hip-support bar configured to include an angle adjusterattached at a platform to move the bar forward and upright for more orless of an upright stance.
 19. The apparatus of claim 16, furthercomprising at least one device to make adjustments by height configuredfor adjusting a hip-support bar that can extend upwards and downwards toadjust for height.
 20. The apparatus of claim 16, further comprising atleast one device to make adjustments by pivot configured to foradjusting or removing a pivot bar underneath a platform, wherein agolfer can adjust his/her pivot.